NEWS THIS WEEK: TfL hits 1,000 zero-emission buses, High CO2 levels detected on New Zealand mass transit & U.S. to accelerate automated bus roll-out

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TfL achieves largest zero-emission bus fleet in Western Europe

London’s red buses are turning green as TfL achieves a significant milestone with over 1,000 zero-emission buses, in line with its goal of a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2034. Read more.

Air quality study reveals concerning CO2 levels on New Zealand’s public transport network

According to the study, fluctuating CO2 levels on buses and trains in New Zealand strongly correlated with passenger numbers, highlighting the potential health risks and the need for improved ventilation measures. Read more.

Automated Bus Consortium to re-issue RFP for highly automated buses in 2024

The Automated Bus Consortium is preparing to release an updated request for proposals in early 2024, aimed at procuring full-size highly automated transit buses to accelerate their deployment across the U.S. Read more.

TMB secures €21.24 million for sustainable mobility boost

Provided through the Next Generation Funds, the €21.24 million will allow TMB to add 36 hydrogen buses, 23 electric buses and two trains to its environmentally friendly fleet. Read more.

Automatic Vehicle Location to be added to buses in Comox Valley, Canada

BC Transit is enhancing Comox Valley Transit System’s services with NextRide technology, which offers real-time bus tracking capabilities to passengers and helps to provide increased certainty, convenience and bus predictability. Read more.

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